[targa911S]

Actually I understand what you are saying much better than you think. I picked up a double bass about 9 months ago. Never touched one before. It has been rewarding and humbling at the same time. I've played bass guitar for over 40 years, but this animal is really really different. I set it in a stand in the living room. Every time I walk through there, I play it. I also play at least a half an hour every day. The key is as supe says, repitition. Work on short phrases, get them good at a slower rated, then sew them together. Then work on precision. Speed... comes after all that. EASE is more word you are looking for.. I myself have never looked to master speed, nor have I mastered soloing. I don't "solo". Hate it. I solo all the time at home. I'm about the pocket, I'm the engine. My drummer and I look at our job as creating a canvas for all the "artists" to paint on. Get lost? We will be waiting for you.